Kickstart Layouts
Kickstart Layouts are 1-click templates that instantly populate the Position Builder with pre-configured, market-ready options structures. Instead of manually adding and configuring each leg, select a template and start trading immediately.
Available Templates
Bullish Layouts
| Template | Legs Created | Risk Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Buy Call (CE) | 1 leg: Buy ATM Call | Unlimited profit, limited loss (premium paid) |
| Sell Put (PE) | 1 leg: Sell ATM Put | Limited profit (premium), unlimited risk |
| Bull Call Spread | 2 legs: Buy ATM Call + Sell OTM Call | Defined risk, defined reward |
Bearish Layouts
| Template | Legs Created | Risk Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Buy Put (PE) | 1 leg: Buy ATM Put | Unlimited profit, limited loss (premium paid) |
| Sell Call (CE) | 1 leg: Sell ATM Call | Limited profit (premium), unlimited risk |
| Bear Put Spread | 2 legs: Buy ATM Put + Sell OTM Put | Defined risk, defined reward |
Neutral (Non-Directional) Layouts
| Template | Legs Created | Risk Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Short Straddle | 2 legs: Sell ATM Call + Sell ATM Put | Profits from low volatility, unlimited risk |
| Short Strangle | 2 legs: Sell OTM Call + Sell OTM Put | Profits from range-bound markets, unlimited risk |
| Iron Condor | 4 legs: Sell OTM Call + Buy Far OTM Call + Sell OTM Put + Buy Far OTM Put | Defined risk on both sides |
How to Use Kickstart Layouts
- Open the Position Builder tab in the Strategy Builder
- Click the “Kickstart Layout” dropdown
- Select your desired template (e.g., “Bull Call Spread”)
- Legs are auto-populated with sensible defaults
- Customize strike distances, lots, expiry, and product type as needed
The Trading Edge
Speed and accuracy are critical during volatile markets. Manually selecting strikes and option types introduces the risk of “fat-finger” errors — accidentally buying when you meant to sell, or selecting the wrong option type. Kickstart Layouts eliminate this entirely by deploying balanced, risk-defined structures instantly with a single click.
After Selecting a Template
Once a Kickstart Layout populates your legs, every parameter is fully editable:
- Change strike distances (ATM offsets, dynamic strikes)
- Adjust lot quantities per leg
- Switch expiry from Current Week to Dynamic Weekly
- Change product type (MIS → NRML)
- Add or remove additional legs
The template is just a starting point — you have full control to customize.
Next Steps
Learn how the engine selects the right strike prices for your legs:
→ Next: Strike Selection